2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Idea is newer by 7 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Idea weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
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, 2010 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2010 Fiat Idea | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Palio | Idea |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |