2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 480 weights approximately 155 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, 1988 Volvo 480 (176 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Palio | 480 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
