2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 180 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.
Because 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Palio | Jeep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
