2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 19 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
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 19 (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 19 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 | 1989 Renault 19 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Palio II | 19 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 115 L |