2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Suzuki Vitara (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 125 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.
Because 1988 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Vitara (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Palio | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
