2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 248 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (218 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Palio | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
