2000 Fiat Palio vs. 1961 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Fiat Palio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Corona. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Palio weights approximately 160 kg more than 1961 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Toyota Corona 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 1961 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1961 Toyota Corona (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Palio. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Palio | 1961 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Palio | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |