2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 564 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 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2741 mm |