2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 35 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | Tipo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
