1986 Fiat Panda vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 100 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1986 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Panda | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Panda | 100 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
