1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2010 Mazda 2 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 2 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 Mazda 2.
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, 2010 Mazda 2 (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | 2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1347 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 43 L |
