2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 98 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Fiat Palio.
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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio | Insight |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |