2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, both 2001 Fiat Palio and 2001 Mitsubishi Verada were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 415 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (317 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Palio | 2001 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Palio | Verada |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |