2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Renault 5
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 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 5 (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda.
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 5 (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 5 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 5 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Panda | 5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |