2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 295 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
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, 1988 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Palio II | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Palio II | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |