2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Fabia 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 11 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 90 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (155 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Palio | Fabia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |