1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 17 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1012 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.
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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Quest |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1987 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 76 L |
