2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2012 Fiat Multipla 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Multipla (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 425 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, 2012 Fiat Multipla (206 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2012 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | Multipla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |
