2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1980 Renault 18
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 18 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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, 1980 Renault 18 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 1980 Renault 18 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Palio | 18 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |