2004 Fiat Palio vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 9 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 680 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 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 2013 BMW 1 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Palio | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Palio | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
