2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1988 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 989 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 1988 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1988 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1988 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1988 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Palio | Astro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
