2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Celica weights approximately 280 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 1984 Toyota Celica 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 1984 Toyota Celica. 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, 1984 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio. 1984 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
