2001 Fiat Palio vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Palio weights approximately 380 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina.
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, 2001 Fiat Palio (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 1988 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Palio | Barina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2250 mm |
