2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1981 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
