2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,360 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 230 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.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Palio | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2635 mm |
