2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Fiat Palio
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Fiat Palio were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 504 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 156 | Palio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |