2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 236 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Palio II | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Palio II | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |