2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 735 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Palio | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 4127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3030 mm |
