2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1998 Subaru Vivio
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 Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 725 kg more than 1998 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Fiat Palio II (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1998 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Palio II | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2320 mm |
