2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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 (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Panda | Palio |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 58 L |