2001 Fiat Palio vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Palio weights approximately 257 kg more than 1964 Renault 8.
Because 1964 Renault 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Fiat Palio (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Palio | 1964 Renault 8 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Palio | 8 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2280 mm |