2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1963 Renault Floride
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1963 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 270 kg more than 1963 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Renault Floride is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1963 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | Floride |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |
