2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 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 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 547 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 678 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.
Because 2013 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 716 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 856 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
