2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 639 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.
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, 2000 Toyota Celica (177 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
