1992 Fiat Panda vs. 1974 Renault 5
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 5 would be higher. At 782 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Fiat Panda (34 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Renault 5. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 5 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda.
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, 1992 Fiat Panda (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 1974 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | 5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
