2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 9 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, 2010 Citroen C3 (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Palio weights approximately 105 kg more than 2010 Citroen C3.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Palio | C3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
