1989 Renault 19 vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 19 (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 85 kg more than 1989 Renault 19.
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 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 19 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | 19 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 35 L |
