1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206.
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 Peugeot 206 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Palio | 206 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
