2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1999 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Palio (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 104 kg more than 1999 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1999 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Palio | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
