2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 18 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 18 weights approximately 170 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.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1984 Renault 18 (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | 18 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
