1993 Fiat Panda vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1993 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, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Panda | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Panda | 200 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
