1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 144 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 51 L |
