2004 Fiat Palio vs. 1989 Subaru XT
To start off, 2004 Fiat Palio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru XT weights approximately 259 kg more than 2004 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru XT will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Palio | 1989 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Palio | XT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
