2000 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Palio weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Noble M12.
Because 2001 Noble M12 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 2001 Noble M12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2001 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Palio. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Palio | 2001 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Noble |
| Model | Palio | M12 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
