1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (356 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 315 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Palio | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 356 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |