2009 BMW 116 vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 6 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 116 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW 116 (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 116 | Palio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
