2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,671 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 224 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, 2004 Honda Civic (151 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
