2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace 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 1985 Renault Espace. 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, 1985 Renault Espace (182 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |
