2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 2 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 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 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 (102 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2005 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Palio | Seicento |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 88 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |