2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Palio | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
