2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 508 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 2012 Nissan 370Z. 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio. 2012 Nissan 370Z 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. 2012 Nissan 370Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Palio | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 332 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |
