1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 290 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 1998 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 1998 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, 1998 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 1998 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio | NSX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
