2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Celica (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 70 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Because 1977 Toyota Celica 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 Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Celica (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Palio | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |