1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 148 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palio | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1404 mm |
