2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 ZAZ Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 ZAZ Wagon would be higher. At 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2004 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | ZAZ |
| Model | Palio | Wagon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2330 mm |
