2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 21 weights approximately 225 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 1987 Renault 21. 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, 1987 Renault 21 (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1987 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | 21 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| 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 | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
