2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado 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 1992 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palio | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
