2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight 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 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 251 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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio | Insight |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 98 HP |
Torque | 102 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |