1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2007 Kia Magentis is newer by 8 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Magentis weights approximately 370 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. 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, 2007 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2007 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Palio | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
