2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Palio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 51 L |
