2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1977 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 140 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1977 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palio | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
