1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1982 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
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, 1996 Fiat Palio (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1982 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
