1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio.
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 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 2012 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Palio | i20 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
