2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 10 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Countryman weights approximately 348 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Countryman 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, 2013 Mini Countryman (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Palio | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2595 mm |
