2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1994 Opel Astra
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (70 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Opel Astra. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Astra weights approximately 211 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
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, 1994 Opel Astra (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1994 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio | Astra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
