2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 66 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Panda | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Panda | Palio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |