2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 406 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 150 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 406. (164 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Palio | 406 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
