2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 5 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.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
