2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1994 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Accent (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 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, 1994 Hyundai Accent (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1994 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Palio | Accent |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
