2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 575 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
