2001 Fiat Palio vs. 1989 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,215 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Maserati Shamal 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 1989 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1989 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 1989 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Palio | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1110 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
