2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
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, 1984 Renault 25 (177 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 1984 Renault 25 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Palio | 25 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |