1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 14 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Coupe weights approximately 190 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Palio | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
