1991 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Rover 25
To start off, 2008 Rover 25 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 25 (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 25 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Rover 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2008 Rover 25 (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 2008 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Panda | 25 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
