2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1969 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Crown weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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, 1969 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
