1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Because 2013 Scion FR-S 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 2013 Scion FR-S. 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 2013 Scion FR-S has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Scion FR-S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Fiat | Scion |
| Model | Palio | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
