1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 370 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 1997 Porsche 993 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 1997 Porsche 993. 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Palio | 993 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2280 mm |