2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 30 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 Opel Vectra (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| 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 | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
