1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 220 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1974 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Palio | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |