2002 Fiat Palio vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2002 Fiat Palio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Palio weights approximately 29 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Palio | 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Palio | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
