1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 60 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1991 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Palio | Corrado |
Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |