2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 505 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Palio | Colt |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
