2001 Fiat Palio vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Palio weights approximately 105 kg more than 1996 Opel Astra.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 1996 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
