2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Civic weights approximately 93 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, 1990 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
