1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 13 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Optra (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 161 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, 2012 Chevrolet Optra (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2012 Chevrolet Optra | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Palio | Optra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
