1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Because 2003 Mazda Roadster 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 2003 Mazda Roadster. 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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 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 | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 48 L |
