1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster. 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 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 2002 Porsche Boxster 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. 2002 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Palio | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |
