1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1989 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1025 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 1989 Nissan Patrol 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, 1989 Nissan Patrol 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, 1989 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1989 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2980 mm |
