2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart Roadster 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 9 more horse power than 2001 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Smart Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2001 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | Palio | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
