1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2005 Proton Tiara 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 16 more horse power than 2005 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Proton Tiara. 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 (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2005 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Palio | Tiara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 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 | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2290 mm |
