2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira (119 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 320 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.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2010 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Palio | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
