2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 345 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, 1998 Opel Astra (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 44 L |
