1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 695 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.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 2010 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio | Antara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
