2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1995 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 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 18 kg more than 1995 Toyota Corolla.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Corolla. 1995 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1995 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
