1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Palio | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
