1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 55 kg more than 1978 Renault 18. 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1978 Renault 18 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Palio | 18 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |