2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 29 kg more than 2002 Smart ForFour.
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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | Palio II | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
