2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 306 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palio | GTI |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1401 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
