2001 Fiat Palio vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Palio weights approximately 204 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
