2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1986 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volkswagen Passat (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 215 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, 1986 Volkswagen Passat (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1986 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palio | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
