2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1993 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 1993 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Fiat | Italdesign |
Model | Palio | Nazca |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |