2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II. 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palio II | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
