2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,526 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 39 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio II | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |
