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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (98 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 276 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 (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (141 Nm @ 4500 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 | 1598 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 67.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |