2003 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 4 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Nubira (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Nubira.
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, 2003 Daewoo Nubira (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Nubira | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Nubira | Palio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
