2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1990 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palio | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
