1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1983 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 160 kg more than 1983 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1983 Nissan Laurel 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 1983 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1983 Nissan Laurel (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1983 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Palio | Laurel |
Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |