1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1999 Holden Astra
To start off, both 1999 Fiat Palio and 1999 Holden Astra were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio.
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 Holden Astra (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1999 Holden Astra | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | Palio | Astra |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |