1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
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 Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,568 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio.
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 Skyline (367 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline 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 Skyline | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
