1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 642 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.
Because 2012 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Wrangler (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Palio | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
