2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Chrysler Delta
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Delta is newer by 7 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), 2012 Chrysler Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Delta (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Delta should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Delta weights approximately 55 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, 2012 Chrysler Delta (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 2012 Chrysler Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Chrysler |
| Model | Palio | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| 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 | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 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 | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
