2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 21 (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 21 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 21 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | 21 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2820 mm |
