2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda.
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, 2008 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Panda | 75 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
