1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 10 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 267 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.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
