2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Stilo 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 Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Stilo 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 Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Stilo 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 Stilo | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Palio | Stilo |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
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 | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |