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Fiat Palio ELX 1.6

General information

ModelFiat Palio ELX 1.6
Year1996
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating53.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1581 ccm (96.47 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1581 ccm (96.47 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power93.30 PS (69 kW or 92 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque127.00 Nm (12.9 kgf-m or 93.7 ft.lbs) at 2750 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke86.4 x 67.5 mm (3.4 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed179.0 km/h (111.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)10.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0957 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space2530 litres (668 gallons)
Cargo space280 litres (74 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight975 kg (2,149.5 pounds)
Overall length3740 mm (147.2 inches)
Overall width1620 mm (63.8 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase2370 mm (93.3 inches)
Fuel capacity48.0 litres (12.68 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originItaly
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