2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 45 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. 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, 1982 Renault 11 (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | 11 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
