2000 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 12 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Prius V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Prius V (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius V should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 345 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.
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, 2012 Toyota Prius V (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Palio. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Prius V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Palio | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio | Prius V |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
