2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Kia Venga
To start off, 2010 Kia Venga 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Venga (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Venga weights approximately 348 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. 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, 2010 Kia Venga (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2010 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Palio | Venga |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1253 kg |
