2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
