1992 Fiat Panda vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 11 (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Renault 11 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1992 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, 1983 Renault 11 (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | 11 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2490 mm |
