2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Primera. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Primera weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
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, 1996 Nissan Primera (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Palio | Primera |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |