2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 35 kg more than 1989 Renault 21.
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, 1989 Renault 21 (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | 21 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2820 mm |
