2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 4 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 115 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. 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 (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2012 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Palio | Spark |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
