2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Mazda 626
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 626 weights approximately 220 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, 2001 Mazda 626 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2001 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Palio | 626 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |