1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus.
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, 2000 Ford Focus (202 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2000 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Focus |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |