1982 Fiat Panda vs. 1992 Rover Mini
To start off, 1992 Rover Mini is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover Mini (51 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover Mini should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Panda weights approximately 5 kg more than 1992 Rover Mini.
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, 1992 Rover Mini (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Panda | 1992 Rover Mini | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Panda | Mini |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 70.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 34 L |
