2000 Fiat Palio vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2000 Fiat Palio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Palio weights approximately 320 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Volkswagen Fusca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Volkswagen Fusca (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Palio. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Fusca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Palio | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Palio | Fusca |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |