1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 13 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
Model | Palio | FX |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |