2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1995 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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 333 kg more than 1995 Honda Step Wagon.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Palio II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Palio II has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Palio II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1995 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio II | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
