2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,597 cc, 2008 Mazda Etude is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Palio weights approximately 31 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
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, 2001 Fiat Palio (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 2008 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | Etude |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
