2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 405 kg more than 1960 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Palio | Light |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
