2002 Fiat Palio vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 2002 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Palio weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio.
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, 1999 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Palio | 1999 Kia Rio | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Palio | Rio |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2420 mm |