1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 393 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Kia Cee'd (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Palio | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 53 L |
