2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Zafira weights approximately 469 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, 2001 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2001 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Palio | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
