2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1985 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 309 (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 36 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Peugeot 309 (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1985 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Palio | 309 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
