1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (124 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio. 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, 1988 Renault 25 (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | 25 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
