2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 80 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 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Palio | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |
