2004 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Noble M14
To start off, 2005 Noble M14 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Noble M14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Noble M14 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Noble M14 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Noble M14. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Palio | 2005 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Fiat | Noble |
| Model | Palio | M14 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
