1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 175 kg more than 1980 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Fiat Palio (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1980 Renault 15 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Palio | 15 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |