1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Renault Logan
To start off, 2008 Renault Logan is newer by 9 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Renault Logan (161 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2008 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | Logan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
