2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG TF weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 MG TF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 MG TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2004 MG TF | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Palio | TF |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
