2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 25 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. 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, 1988 Lada Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 1988 Lada Samara | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Palio | Samara |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |