2000 Fiat Palio vs. 2002 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2002 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Palio weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2002 Ford Fiesta (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Palio. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Palio | 2002 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |