1999 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, both 1999 Ferrari Maranello and 1999 Fiat Palio were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 415 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ferrari Maranello 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 1999 Ferrari Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari Maranello | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | Maranello | Palio |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 58 L |