1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Ford Ka
To start off, 2004 Ford Ka is newer by 5 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 211 kg more than 2004 Ford Ka. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2004 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Ka |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1019 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
