2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, both 2003 Fiat Palio and 2003 MCC Smart were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC Smart (73 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart.
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 (128 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (100 Nm). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart. 2003 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Fiat | MCC |
| Model | Palio | Smart |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 73 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
