2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Bravo 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 Fiat Bravo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 325 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, 2010 Fiat Bravo (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| 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 | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
