1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 357 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 1995 Honda NSX 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 1995 Honda NSX. 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, 1995 Honda NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1995 Honda NSX | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio | NSX |
Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2540 mm |