1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1993 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,216 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 425 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 1993 Maserati Shamal 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 1993 Maserati Shamal. 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, 1993 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1993 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Palio | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 3216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
