2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 335 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Palio | 146 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 9.3 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 | 945 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
