1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 1989 Renault 19 is newer by 5 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 19 (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 19 weights approximately 315 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.
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, 1989 Renault 19 (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Fiat Panda | 1989 Renault 19 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Panda | 19 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 115 L |