2004 Fiat Palio vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Fiat Palio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 175 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 1987 Toyota Crown 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 1987 Toyota Crown. 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, 1987 Toyota Crown (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio. 1987 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Palio | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Palio | Crown |
Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |