1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 140 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1999 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 1997 Toyota Corolla 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. 1997 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Palio | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |