2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 55 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309.
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, 1986 Peugeot 309 (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Palio | 309 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
