2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Visto would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 145 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto. 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 (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto. 2001 Kia Visto has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Kia Visto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Palio | Visto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |
