2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2004 Toyota Prius 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Prius (77 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Prius weights approximately 350 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.
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, 2004 Toyota Prius (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2004 Toyota Prius 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. 2004 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2004 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio | Prius |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
