1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | Palio | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 93 L |
