1983 Renault 18 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 18 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 115 kg more than 1983 Renault 18.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 18 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | 18 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
