2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Ford Ka
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 Ford Ka. 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 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2001 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Ka |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
