2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Palio (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 230 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio. 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, 2005 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
