2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 288 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mitsubishi Carisma (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Palio | Carisma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
