1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 380 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, 2006 Opel Signum (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio | Signum |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
