1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
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 Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Pickup (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 296 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 Nissan Pickup 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 Nissan Pickup. 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 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup 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 Pickup | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2960 mm |
