2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1981 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 20 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1981 Toyota Corolla 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 1981 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1981 Toyota Corolla (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 1981 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Palio | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |