2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2001 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Palio (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Palio weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. 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, 2001 Fiat Palio (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Kalos | 2001 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Kalos | Palio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
