2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1999 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Honda S2000.
Because 1999 Honda S2000 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 1999 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1999 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 1999 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio | S2000 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |