2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 387 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.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio | S-MX |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |