2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Mini One
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mini One would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mini One (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mini One should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 Mini One.
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, 2003 Mini One (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 2003 Mini One | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Palio | One |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
