2001 Fiat Palio vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Palio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Palio weights approximately 300 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio. 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, 2001 Fiat Palio (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | Clio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
