2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 480 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 50 kg more than 1994 Volvo 480.
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 Volvo 480 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Palio | 480 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1050 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
