2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 62 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
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 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Kalos | Palio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1088 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
