2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Renault 25
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 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 25. 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 25 (231 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 1988 Renault 25 has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Renault 25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | 25 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |
