1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2002 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Samurai 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 36 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Because 2002 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Samurai (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2002 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Palio | Samurai |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |