1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (87 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 330 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (221 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Palio | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 54.8 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |