2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (131 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto.
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, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Punto | Palio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |