2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 110 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
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, 1989 Plymouth Laser (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Palio | Laser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
