1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 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 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (113 HP @ 400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 307 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 Hyundai ix35 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Palio | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
