2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Opel Agila
To start off, 2010 Opel Agila 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 130 kg more than 2010 Opel Agila. 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 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2010 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio | Agila |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 17.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 41 L |
