2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1992 Honda CRX
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda CRX weights approximately 165 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, 1992 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1992 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio | CRX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
