1999 Renault Spider vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 54 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
Because 1999 Renault Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Spider | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | Panda |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3120 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
