2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1997 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 Seat Toledo.
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 (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 1997 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Palio | Toledo |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |