1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Ford Puma
To start off, 2001 Ford Puma 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Puma (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Ford Puma.
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 Puma (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Puma 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 Puma | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Puma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
