1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 310 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 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Palio | 959 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |
