2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 8 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 315 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2011 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Palio | Spark |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
