2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Palio and 2008 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 Fiat Palio and 2008 Fiat Punto are equipped with a 1,242 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 10 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 Punto (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio. 2008 Fiat Punto has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Fiat Punto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 2008 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Palio | Punto |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |