1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2001 Saab 05-Sep 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 05-Sep (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster 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 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2001 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Palio | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |
