2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 2007 Fiat Palio II
To start off, both 2007 Ferrari F430 and 2007 Fiat Palio II were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 654 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ferrari F430 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari F430 | 2007 Fiat Palio II | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | F430 | Palio II |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 47 L |
