2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2002 Lada 117
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 117 would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Lada 117. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Lada 117. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 117. (133 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 117.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2002 Lada 117 | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Palio | 117 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |