2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 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 633 kg more than 1996 Venturi 400.
Because 1996 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 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 | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Fiat | Venturi |
Model | Palio II | 400 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 286 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |