2004 Fiat Palio vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Fiat Palio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina 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 1977 Toyota Carina. 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Palio | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Palio | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |