2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Lada 21
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Palio and 2008 Lada 21 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lada 21 (89 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lada 21 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada 21 weights approximately 190 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 Lada 21 (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Lada 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 2008 Lada 21 | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Palio | 21 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 102 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |