1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2002 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Getz 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Getz. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Fiat Palio (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2002 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Palio | Getz |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
