1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 9 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 8 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, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Palio | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
