1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1998 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 545 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1998 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Palio | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
