2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 295 kg more than 1960 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Toyota Crown. 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 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Palio II | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Palio II | Crown |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |