2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1958 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Corona.
Because 1958 Toyota Corona 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 1958 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II, 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, 2006 Fiat Palio II (103 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1958 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio II | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
