2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
