2002 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 7 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. Both 2002 Fiat Palio and 2009 Fiat Bravo are equipped with a 1,368 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 325 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Palio | 2009 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
