1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1995 Renault 19
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 85 kg more than 1995 Renault 19.
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, 1995 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1995 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | 19 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
