1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1987 Renault Espace
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 Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault Espace (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Renault Espace.
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, 1987 Renault Espace (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Renault Espace 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 Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | Espace |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
