2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1447 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (260 Nm). This means 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Fiat | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Panda | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3070 mm |
