2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Ginetta G34
To start off, both 2001 Fiat Palio and 2001 Ginetta G34 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Palio weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 Ginetta G34.
Because 2001 Ginetta G34 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 Ginetta G34. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 2001 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ginetta |
| Model | Palio | G34 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1050 mm |
