2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1992 Renault 21
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 21 weights approximately 20 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.
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, 2003 Fiat Panda (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1992 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | 21 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
