1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1982 Maserati 420
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Maserati 420 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Maserati 420 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 1982 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1982 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1982 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Palio | 420 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
