2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 145 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Palio | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
