1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 12 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio.
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, 2011 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Palio | Insignia |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2737 mm |