2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto. 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Palio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
