2002 Fiat Palio vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2002 Fiat Palio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (107 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 345 kg more than 2002 Fiat Palio. 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, 1995 Renault Safrane (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Palio | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2770 mm |
