1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 635 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 2010 Nissan NP300 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 2010 Nissan NP300. 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, 2010 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
