2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 220 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4. 2006 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 1978 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1978 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
