1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2000 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 406 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 2000 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2000 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Palio | 406 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
