1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2010 Fiat Sedici is newer by 11 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Sedici (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 215 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 2010 Fiat Sedici 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, 2010 Fiat Sedici 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, 2010 Fiat Sedici (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2010 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 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 | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
