1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Palio weights approximately 40 kg more than 1982 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Renault 9 (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1982 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | 9 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 54.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
