1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (187 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 52 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX.
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 Toyota RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio | RunX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1178 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
