1986 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1990 Renault Alpine is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Alpine weights approximately 530 kg more than 1986 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Renault Alpine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Panda | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
