2000 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2004 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 4 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton Gen-2 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Palio.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Palio. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Palio | 2004 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Palio | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
