2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Renault 15 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
