2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2003 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, 1985 Renault 25 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | 25 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
