1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2000 Kia Rio
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 Kia Rio.
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 (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2000 Kia Rio | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Palio | Rio |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |