1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Proton 300
To start off, 2003 Proton 300 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 Proton 300. 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2003 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Palio | 300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
