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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 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. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 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 | 1242 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1110 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 |
