1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, both 1996 Fiat Palio and 1996 Renault Megane were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 225 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, 1996 Renault Megane (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio. 1996 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 1996 Renault Megane | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Palio | Megane |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 54.8 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |