2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Vitz would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Vitz (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 630 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
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, 1999 Toyota Vitz (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio II | Vitz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
