1983 Fiat Panda vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1983 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1983 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Panda | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | 15 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
