2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2006 Kia Spectra is newer by 5 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Spectra weights approximately 370 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, 2006 Kia Spectra (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 2006 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Palio | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
