1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1980 Renault 5
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Palio weights approximately 5 kg more than 1980 Renault 5.
Because 1980 Renault 5 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 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1980 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1980 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | 5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 51 L |
