2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1999 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Accent (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Accent.
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 (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Accent. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Accent. 1999 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1999 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Palio | Accent |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |
