2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 595 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, 2003 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2003 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Palio | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
