2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1990 Isuzu Impulse
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Isuzu Impulse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Isuzu Impulse would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Isuzu Impulse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 673 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
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 Isuzu Impulse (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Impulse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1990 Isuzu Impulse | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Palio II | Impulse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
