1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 Renault Clio.
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 (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | Clio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
