2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Renault 15 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
