1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2002 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (156 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 244 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Because 2002 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2002 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Palio | Elise |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 38 L |
