1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra is newer by 10 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Micra weights approximately 212 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Palio | Micra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 46 L |