1972 Rover P5B vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 546 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Rover P5B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1972 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda. 1972 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Rover P5B | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Rover | Fiat |
| Model | P5B | Panda |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 3528 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2310 mm |
