2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 178 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1990 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Palio | Verada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
