2004 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForFour (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart ForFour weights approximately 70 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.
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, 2005 Smart ForFour (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Palio | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | Palio | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
