2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Mini One
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mini One would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 90 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mini One weights approximately 95 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, 2003 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2003 Mini One | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Palio | One |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
