2002 Fiat Palio vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Fiat Palio is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corona (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Palio weights approximately 80 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1969 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Palio | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Palio | Corona |
Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |