2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Bravo (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 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 Fiat Bravo (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 2008 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 58 L |
