1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn 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. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Peugeot iOn weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Because 2012 Peugeot iOn is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Peugeot iOn. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Peugeot iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Palio | iOn |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
