1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 177 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Palio | Corona |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |