2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 335 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500.
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, 2010 Fiat 500 (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Palio | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |