2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1996 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1996 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | Palio | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 181 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
