1992 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 16 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 2,178 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Because 2008 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 2008 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | Panda | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 2178 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
