1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Seat Ibiza.
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 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Palio | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |