2000 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 7 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG TF weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 MG TF 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 2007 MG TF. 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, 2007 MG TF (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Palio. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Palio | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Palio | TF |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
