2002 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Palio (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Fiat Palio.
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, 2003 Skoda Fabia (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Palio | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Palio | Fabia |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |