2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 60 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
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, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Palio | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
