2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1998 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2008 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1998 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Palio | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2320 mm |
