2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,763 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 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 1988 Renault 19. 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, 1988 Renault 19 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | 19 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
