2009 BMW 130 vs. 2000 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 130 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 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Palio. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 130 | 2000 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 130 | Palio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1320 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |
