1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 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, 2010 Toyota Camry (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 2010 Toyota Camry 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. 2010 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio | Camry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
