1978 Renault 18 vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 18 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 18 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. 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, 1978 Renault 18 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 18 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | 18 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 35 L |
