1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2001 Seat Ibiza 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Ibiza (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 73 kg more than 2001 Seat Ibiza.
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 Seat Ibiza (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 2001 Seat Ibiza has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Seat Ibiza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2001 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Palio | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
