1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 8 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (141 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 454 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 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
