2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Fit weights approximately 260 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, 2013 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio | Fit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
