2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1968 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph Spitfire (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 135 kg more than 1968 Triumph Spitfire.
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, 1968 Triumph Spitfire (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1968 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Palio | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
