1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 2001 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Palio | Golf |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2512 mm |