1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1999 Opel Astra
To start off, both 1999 Fiat Palio and 1999 Opel Astra were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Opel Astra. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Astra.
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, both vehicles can yield 110 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1999 Opel Astra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Palio | Astra |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 44 L |