1983 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (301 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1796 kg more than 1983 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Panda | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | Panda | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 88 L |