2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 1980 Toyota Cressida 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 1980 Toyota Cressida. 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 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Palio | Cressida |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |