2002 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Octavia 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Octavia (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 305 kg more than 2002 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Octavia 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 Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Palio | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
