2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1992 Rover 216
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 216 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 216 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 216 (122 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 216 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Rover 216 (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 216 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1992 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Panda | 216 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1249 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
