2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 375 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 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 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, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
