Fiat Palio Weekend (178) 1.9 D (63 Hp)
Fiat Palio:
The Fiat Palio is a supermini car released by the Italian manufacturer Fiat in April 1996. It was produced until 2018 as hatchback, and 2020 as a wagon.
The Palio is a world car and was developed by Fiat Automóveis with an aim at developing countries. It has been produced in various countries worldwide, and its platform was also used in the Siena sedan, the Palio Weekend station wagon, the Palio Adventure crossover and the Strada light pick-up truck.
The Palio badge originated on the European-market Mark II Fiat 127, of 1977, where it was a trim designation rather than an actual model. The 127 Palio featured alloy wheels, a more luxurious interior, and a metallic paint finish as found on the 127 Sport. The Palio designation was also used on other Fiat models throughout the 1980s and 1990s in various markets....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Weekend (178) Overview:
Fiat Palio (Weekend (178)). With 118 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.2 l/100km). Weighing only 1095 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.2 s). The top speed reaches 186 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (76 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 13 sec).
- • Standard trunk space (460 L) suitable for daily needs.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(178: 1996 - 2002).
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| Brand: | Fiat |
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| Model: | Palio |
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| Generation: | Weekend (178) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.9 D (63 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 1997 |
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| End of production: | 2002 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 63 Hp @ 4500 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 33 Hp/l [390mm more] |
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| Torque: | 118 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | 223 A6.000 More details about the engine 223 A6.000 |
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| Engine displacement: | 1910 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
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| Coolant: | 7 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 82 mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 90.4 mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 20.3:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.2 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.7 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.2 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.2 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.2 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 186 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 17.4 kg/Hp, 57.5 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.3 kg/Nm, 107.8 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.7 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1095 |
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| Max. weight: | 1690 |
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| Max load: | 595 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1540 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 460 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 51 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4130 mm [390mm more] |
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| Width: | 1626 mm [12mm more] |
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| Height: | 1475 mm [30mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2423 mm [63mm more] |
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| Front track: | 1388 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1385 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 175/65 R14 |
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| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
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| Rear suspension | Trailing arm |
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