1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 597 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 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |
