2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Palio (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
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 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Palio | 2012 Opel Combo | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Palio | Combo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 80.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 52 L |