2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1983 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1171 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1983 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2980 mm |
