2004 Fiat Palio vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Fiat Palio is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Palio weights approximately 85 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1974 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1974 Toyota Corolla (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Palio | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
