1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 111 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 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Palio | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1341 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |