1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 652 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.
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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
