1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2000 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Sonata 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio.
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, 1999 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2000 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Palio | Sonata |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |