2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos 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 1,085 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Atos (57 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 21 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
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, 2005 Hyundai Atos (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Palio | Atos |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1085 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
