1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2001 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 5 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, 2001 Ford Fiesta (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2001 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
