2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (66 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Toyota Yaris. 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 (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2001 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Palio | Yaris |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |