2001 Fiat Palio vs. 1996 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Siena would be higher. Both 2001 Fiat Palio and 1996 Fiat Siena are equipped with a 1,910 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Palio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Siena. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Siena weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 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, 1996 Fiat Siena (200 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (118 Nm). This means 1996 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 1996 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | Siena |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1910 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1300 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
