1985 Renault 25 vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2010 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, 1985 Renault 25 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | 25 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
