2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1981 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault Rodeo would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 324 kg more than 1981 Renault Rodeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Renault Rodeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1981 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 34 L |
