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Fiat Palio 178 Facelift 4 (1996–2003) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 1 1996 - 2003 178 Hatchback
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Fiat Palio 178 Facelift 4 overview

The Fiat Palio (178 Facelift 4) is the 1st generation of the Palio, built from 1996 to 2003. It is offered as a Hatchback with 16 engines (petrol, diesel), from 55 HP to 101 HP. The 1.2 i 16V (80 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.2 s, reaches a top speed of 168 km/h and is 3740 mm long.

How much horsepower does the Fiat Palio have?

The Fiat Palio (178 Facelift 4) has 55 HP to 101 HP, depending on the engine: 1.0 Fiasa (55 HP), 1.2 Fire (60 HP), 1.0 Fiasa (61 HP), 1.9 Diesel (63 HP), 1.2 Fire (68 HP), 1.7 Diesel (69 HP), 1.0 Fire (70 HP), 1.4 Fire (71 HP), 1.2 Fire (73 HP), 1.5 Fiasa (76 HP), 1.6 Torque (80 HP), 1.2 Fire (80 HP), 1.9 Jtd (80 HP), 1.6 Torque (87 HP), 1.6 Torque (100 HP), 1.6 Torque (101 HP).

What engines are available for the Fiat Palio?

The Fiat Palio is available with 16 engines: 1.0 Fiasa (55 HP, petrol), 1.2 Fire (60 HP, petrol), 1.0 Fiasa (61 HP, petrol), 1.9 Diesel (63 HP, diesel), 1.2 Fire (68 HP, petrol), 1.7 Diesel (69 HP, diesel), 1.0 Fire (70 HP, petrol), 1.4 Fire (71 HP, petrol), 1.2 Fire (73 HP, petrol), 1.5 Fiasa (76 HP, petrol), 1.6 Torque (80 HP, petrol), 1.2 Fire (80 HP, petrol), 1.9 Jtd (80 HP, diesel), 1.6 Torque (87 HP, petrol), 1.6 Torque (100 HP, petrol), 1.6 Torque (101 HP, petrol).

What are the dimensions of the Fiat Palio?

The Fiat Palio is 3740 mm long, 1614 mm wide, 1445 mm tall, with a 2360 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Fiat Palio?

The Fiat Palio 1.2 i 16V (80 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.2 s and has a top speed of 168 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Fiat Palio 178
Year 1997–2002
Platform Fiat B Platform / Fiat 178
Variant 1.2 i 16V (80 Hp)
Body type hatchback
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 5
Doors 3

Power & torque

Power 80 HP
Power @ max rpm 5000 rpm
Torque 114 Nm
Torque @ max rpm 4000 rpm

Performance

Top speed 168 km/h
0–100 km/h 12.2 s
0–62 mph 12.2 s

Engine

Engine code 188A5.000
Displacement 1242 cc
Cylinders 4
Configuration inline
Bore 70.8 mm
Stroke 78.9 mm
Compression ratio 10.6
Valves per cylinder 4
Injection system Multi Port Manifold Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated Engine
Valvetrain ohc
Oil capacity 2.7 L
Coolant 4.6 L
Engine layout Front Transverse

Drivetrain & transmission

Drive Front Wheel Drive
Powertrain architecture Internal Combustion Engine
Drivetrain architecture The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Front Wheels Of The Vehicle
Gearbox type manual
Gears 5
Gearbox code c514
Gearbox manufacturer fpt

Dimensions

Length 3740 mm
Width 1614 mm
Height 1445 mm
Wheelbase 2360 mm
Front track 1388 mm
Rear track 1378 mm
Boot space 280 – 920 L

Mass

Kerb weight 970 kg
Max weight 1370 kg
Max load 400 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 6.8 L/100km
Fuel urban 9.1 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 5.5 L/100km
Fuel tank 48.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension Spring Strut
Rear suspension Trailing Arm
Front brakes Ventilated Discs
Rear brakes drum
Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Power steering Hydraulic Steering
Tire size 165/70 R13

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 12.1 kg/Hp, 82.5 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 8.5 kg/Nm, 117.5 Nm/tonne

Other

Start Of Production 1997
End Of Production 2002

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.

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