1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 12 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 530 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 2011 Aston Martin DB9 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 2011 Aston Martin DB9. 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, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2011 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Fiat | Aston Martin |
| Model | Palio | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
