2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla 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 26 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 545 kg more than 1990 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, 2006 Fiat Palio II (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio II | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
