1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 14 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 371 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 2013 Honda CR-V is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V 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, 2013 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 2013 Honda CR-V 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. 2013 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
