1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1988 Nissan Sunny
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 Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,269 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 210 kg more than 1988 Nissan Sunny. 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 (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1988 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Palio | Sunny |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1269 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 70.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |