1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Vitara (79 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 154 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Palio | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
