2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1985 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Soarer 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 1985 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1985 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 1985 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio II | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
