2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1997 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 85 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.
Because 1997 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1997 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Palio | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2210 mm |
