2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Acura TSX
To start off, 2012 Acura TSX is newer by 9 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TSX weights approximately 464 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, 2012 Acura TSX (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2012 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | Palio | TSX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2708 mm |
