2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1982 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Vauxhall Astra (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 155 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Astra.
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, 1982 Vauxhall Astra (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1982 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Palio | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
