2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. Both 2005 Fiat Palio and 1991 Nissan Pulsar are equipped with a 1,596 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 60 kg more than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
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, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
