1980 Renault Fuego vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault Fuego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Fuego would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Fuego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 9 kg more than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Renault Fuego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Fuego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda. 1980 Renault Fuego has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Renault Fuego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Renault Fuego | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Renault | Fiat |
Model | Fuego | Panda |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 30 L |