2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Cube weights approximately 158 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.
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, 2011 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Cube |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
