2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2002 Honda Capa
To start off, 2002 Honda Capa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Palio (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Palio weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Honda Capa. 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 Fiat Palio (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa. 2002 Honda Capa 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. 2002 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 2002 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio | Capa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
