2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1991 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Because 1991 Italdesign Nazca 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 1991 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1991 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Fiat | Italdesign |
| Model | Palio | Nazca |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
