1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Palio weights approximately 20 kg more than 1987 Renault 21. 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, 1987 Renault 21 (130 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1987 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | 21 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
