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Fiat Palio 178 Facelift 4 (1996–2003) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 1.0 i | 5 | 55 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.0 i | 5 | 61 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.0 i 16V | 5 | 70 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.2 i | 5 | 73 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.2 i 16V | 5 | 80 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.4 i | 5 | 71 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.5 i | 5 | 76 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.6 i | 5 | 87 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.6 i 16V | 5 | 106 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.7 TD | 5 | 72 HP | Diesel | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
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 1.6 i (80 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.1 s, reaches a top speed of 173 km/h and is 3735 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 3735 mm long, 1614 mm wide, 1445 mm tall, with a 2360 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Fiat Palio?
The Fiat Palio 1.6 i (80 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.1 s and has a top speed of 173 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Fiat Palio 178 |
|---|---|
| Year | 1996–2002 |
| Platform | Fiat B Platform / Fiat 178 |
| Variant | 1.6 i (80 Hp) |
| Body type | hatchback |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 3 |
Power & torque
| Power | 80 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 5750 rpm |
| Torque | 128 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 2750 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 173 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 12.1 s |
| 0–62 mph | 12.1 s |
Engine
| Engine code | 178C1.000 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1581 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 86.4 mm |
| Stroke | 67.4 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.2 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| 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 | c510 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | fpt |
Dimensions
| Length | 3735 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 | 940 kg |
|---|
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel tank | 48.0 L |
|---|
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Trailing Arm |
| Front brakes | disc |
| Rear brakes | drum |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tire size | 175/70 R13 |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 11.8 kg/Hp, 85.1 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 7.3 kg/Nm, 136.2 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1996 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 2002 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.