2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Palio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio.
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 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Palio | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Palio | Panda |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |