1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 14 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 687 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 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | Palio | M |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2900 mm |
