1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1986 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Model F weights approximately 327 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Because 1986 Toyota Model F 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 1986 Toyota Model F. 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1986 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio | Model F |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2240 mm |
