1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 1987 Renault 21 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 21 (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 21 weights approximately 344 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1987 Renault 21 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1987 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | 21 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2820 mm |
