2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1980 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Jetta (73 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. 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, 1980 Volkswagen Jetta (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1980 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palio | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
