2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1986 Holden Camira
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Camira weights approximately 110 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.
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, 1986 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 1986 Holden Camira 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. 1986 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1986 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Palio | Camira |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
