2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Renault 4
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 445 kg more than 1989 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 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 1989 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1989 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
