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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 190 kg more than 1988 Renault 5. 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
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 | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2420 mm |
