2005 Audi A3 vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 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, 2005 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A3 | Palio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
