2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 185 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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm 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. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2000 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Palio | Prizm |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
