2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1997 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 210 kg more than 1997 Fiat Vivace. 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 Fiat Palio (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1997 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | Vivace |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1371 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2230 mm |
