2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2000 Lada 112
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada 112 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Lada 112. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Lada 112. 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada 112. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2000 Lada 112 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Palio | 112 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
