2001 Fiat Palio vs. 1992 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Palio | 1992 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |