1999 TVR Speed 12 vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 TVR Speed 12 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 737 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 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 793 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 TVR Speed 12 | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | TVR | Fiat |
| Model | Speed 12 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7728 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 790 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 35 L |
