1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 21 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 419 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2005 Rover 45 (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Panda | 45 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 55 L |
