2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Palio (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 410 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Fiat Palio (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Palio | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |