2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2000 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 600 kg more than 2005 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Holden Berlina 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 2000 Holden Berlina. 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, 2000 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2000 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | Palio | Berlina |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |