1995 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery

To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 183 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1995 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Panda. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Fiat Panda 2003 Land Rover Discovery
Make Fiat Land Rover
Model Panda Discovery
Year Released 1995 2003
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 769 cc 4553 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 34 HP 217 HP
Torque 58 Nm 407 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 2075 kg
Vehicle Length 3420 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1500 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2170 mm 2550 mm


 

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