1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2002 Ford Laser
To start off, 2002 Ford Laser is newer by 3 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 Ford Laser.
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, 2002 Ford Laser (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2002 Ford Laser | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Laser |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |