1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Alto is newer by 12 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Alto. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 255 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Alto. 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2011 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Palio | Alto |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2360 mm |
