1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2008 Renault Trafic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Trafic weights approximately 870 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, 2008 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2008 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 90 L |
