2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza 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 639 kg more than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza 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, 1998 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Fiat Palio II (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Palio II | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
