2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1999 Nissan Stagea
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 Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Stagea (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 505 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 Stagea 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 Stagea. 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 Stagea (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio. 1999 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1999 Nissan Stagea | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | Stagea |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
