2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2002 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 125 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 106. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 106. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2002 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Palio | 106 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |
