1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, both 1999 Fiat Palio and 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 39 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | Palio | Cavalier |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 57 L |