2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 83 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 Seat Ibiza (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Palio | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |