2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1988 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,269 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 15 kg more than 1988 Nissan Sunny. 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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 1988 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio II | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
