2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Ascari A10
To start off, 2010 Ascari A10 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 557 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ascari A10 weights approximately 355 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.
Because 2010 Ascari A10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2010 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ascari |
| Model | Palio | A10 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2636 mm |
