2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 219 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
