1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis 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 1,910 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 645 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.
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 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Palio | Thesis |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |