1992 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Renault 4
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 4 would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 34 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 4 weights approximately 11 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, 1988 Renault 4 (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 1988 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | 4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
