1988 Renault 25 vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 280 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.
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, 1988 Renault 25 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | 25 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
