2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour 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 2005 Smart ForFour.
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 (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour. 2005 Smart ForFour 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. 2005 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | Palio | ForFour |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
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 |