2002 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 10 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, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 22 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, 2012 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Palio. 2012 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2002 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2002 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Palio | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio | Jazz |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1339 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 | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |