1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 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 1,998 cc, 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 404 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | 3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
