2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Clio (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 139 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault Clio. 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, 1990 Renault Clio (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
