2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 590 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, 2001 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda. 2001 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 2001 Rover 75 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Panda | 75 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |