2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 465 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 1999 Honda NSX 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 1999 Honda NSX. 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, 1999 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 1999 Honda NSX | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio | NSX |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2540 mm |