2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2000 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Palio weights approximately 255 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.
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, 2000 Fiat Palio (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2000 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | Palio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
