2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1972 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 25 kg more than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Nissan Fairlady 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 1972 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1972 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1972 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |
