2004 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 2 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Palio weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Because 2006 Smart Roadster 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 2006 Smart Roadster. 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, 2006 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio. 2006 Smart Roadster has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Palio | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | Palio | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
