Fiat Palio (178) 1.7 TD (72 hp)

Diesel engine with 72 hp (53 kW) and 101 lb-ft (137 Nm), built 1996–2002, hatchback body, front-wheel drive. It is the most powerful diesel version of the generation.

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Power72 hp (53 kW)
Torque101 lb-ft (137 Nm)
0–62 mph14.4 s
Top speed102 mph (164 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.7 TD (72 hp)
Engine code176A3000
Displacement1.7 L (1,698 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel systemStandard diesel injection (SDI)
Compression ratio20-3
Bore82.6 mm
Stroke79.2 mm
Engine oil capacity5.1 qt (4.8 l)

Performance

Power72 hp (53 kW) @ 4500 rpm
Torque101 lb-ft (137 Nm) @ 2500 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)14.4 s
Top speed102 mph (164 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
Fuel tank12.7 gal (48 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleHatchback
Doors5
Length147.0 in (3,735 mm)
Width63.5 in (1,614 mm)
Height56.9 in (1,445 mm)
Curb weight2,194 lb (995 kg)
Cargo volume9.9 cu ft (280 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
Gears5
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionSpring strut
Rear suspensionTrailing arm
Tires175/70 R13

What to check on a Fiat Palio with this engine

  • On a diesel, check the particulate filter (DPF), the injectors and the dual-mass flywheel: they are the expensive repairs.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Fiat Palio (178) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.0 i (55 hp)Gasoline55 hp (40 kW)
1.0 i (61 hp)Gasoline61 hp (45 kW)
1.0 i 16V (70 hp)Gasoline70 hp (51 kW)
1.3 i (68 hp)Gasoline68 hp (50 kW)
1.4 i (71 hp)Gasoline71 hp (52 kW)
1.5 i (76 hp)Gasoline76 hp (56 kW)
1.6 i (80 hp)Gasoline80 hp (59 kW)
1.6 i 16V (101 hp)Gasoline101 hp (74 kW)
1.6 i 16V (103 hp)Gasoline103 hp (76 kW)
1.7 TD (69 hp)Diesel69 hp (51 kW)
1.2 i 16V (80 hp)Gasoline80 hp (59 kW)

← All Fiat Palio (178) engines

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