1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 440 kg more than 2002 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 MCC Smart 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 MCC Smart. 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2002 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Fiat | MCC |
| Model | Palio | Smart |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 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 | 1230 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |
