2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
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 Seat Ibiza (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Palio | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
