2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio 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 50 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
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, 2003 Fiat Palio (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (136 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio II | Palio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
