2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Smart ForFour weights approximately 80 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | Palio | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 13.4 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 | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |
