2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol 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 380 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol 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 | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palio II | Gol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
