1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 100 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 184 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2.
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, 1999 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | 2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |
