2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1405 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Palio | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 120 L |
