2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 15 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | 15 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
