1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 6 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. 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, 2005 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Palio | Rio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
