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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 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 110 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 (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 2009 Mazda 3 has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1580 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
