2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1970 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Toledo.
Because 1970 Triumph Toledo 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 1970 Triumph Toledo. 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1970 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Palio | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |
