1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1998 Nissan Almera
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Almera (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Nissan Almera.
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, 1998 Nissan Almera (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1998 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Almera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2540 mm |
