1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2001 Panoz AIV 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Panoz AIV.
Because 2001 Panoz AIV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2001 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Fiat | Panoz |
| Model | Palio | AIV |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
