2000 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Palio weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra.
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, 2008 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Palio. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Palio | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Palio | Micra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 46 L |