1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1988 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 485 kg more than 1988 Nissan Micra. 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1988 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Micra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
