2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton 400 would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton 400 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 335 kg more than 1996 Proton 400.
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, 1996 Proton 400 (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 1996 Proton 400 | |
Make | Fiat | Proton |
Model | Palio | 400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |