2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 5 (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 5 should accelerate faster 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, 1988 Renault 5 (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2420 mm |
