2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1998 Honda Today
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 Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 285 kg more than 1998 Honda Today.
Because 1998 Honda Today 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 Today 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1998 Honda Today | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio | Today |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
