2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1994 Proton Persona
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1994 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Proton Persona weights approximately 15 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, 1994 Proton Persona (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1994 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Palio | Persona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
