1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 691 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 73 L |
