2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla 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 13 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1968 Toyota Corolla 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 1968 Toyota Corolla. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Palio II | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Palio II | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 61 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |