1989 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2001 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Palio (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Corsica. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Corsica (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Corsica | 2001 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corsica | Palio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |
