1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Nissan MM
To start off, 2001 Nissan MM is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan MM (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan MM should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 695 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 2001 Nissan MM 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. 2001 Nissan MM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2001 Nissan MM | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | MM |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 106 L |
