1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 45 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Palio | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |