1999 Fiat Brava vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Brava weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 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, 1999 Fiat Brava (113 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Brava | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Brava | Palio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
