1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 4 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
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, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Palio | Palio |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |