1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 174 kg more than 2012 Ford Ka. 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 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Ka |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1140 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
