2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | 9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
