2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 1979 Isuzu 117 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 1979 Isuzu 117. 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, 1979 Isuzu 117 (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Palio | 117 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 56 L |
