1992 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1999 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 7,728 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 752 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 TVR Speed 12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 815 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 1999 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | Panda | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 7728 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |
