2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 200 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 1990 Porsche 911 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 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II, 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Palio II | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
