2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1990 Infiniti G20
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Infiniti G20 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Infiniti G20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Infiniti G20 (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Infiniti G20 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Infiniti G20 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II. 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, 1990 Infiniti G20 (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Infiniti G20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II. 1990 Infiniti G20 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Palio II has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Palio II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Infiniti G20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 1990 Infiniti G20 | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | Palio II | G20 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
