1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 1995 Rover 400 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda.
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, 1995 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Fiat Panda | 1995 Rover 400 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Panda | 400 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2560 mm |