2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2002 Opel Signum
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Signum weights approximately 495 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, 2002 Opel Signum (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2002 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio | Signum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
