2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 35 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (114 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 2001 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |
