1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2001 Mahindra Commander 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 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Because 2001 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mahindra Commander will offer significantly more control. 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 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2001 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
| Model | Palio | Commander |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2690 mm |
