2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2013 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 12 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, 2013 Chevrolet Spark (67 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Palio weights approximately 81 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Spark.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 2013 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Palio | Spark |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1597 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1522 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2375 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
