1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 71 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, 2009 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1121 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
