2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Palio II and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Because 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio II | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
