1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 11 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (170 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 499 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, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (214 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Palio | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 61 L |
