2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1971 Renault 17
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 17 would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 17 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 17 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. 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, 1971 Renault 17 (133 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1971 Renault 17 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | 17 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
