1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 340 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Fiat Palio (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio | Today |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |