1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 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, 1985 Renault Espace (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
