2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 Rover 416i
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 416i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 416i would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 416i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 416i (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 416i should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 416i weights approximately 35 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 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Rover 416i. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Rover 416i (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 416i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1995 Rover 416i | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Panda | 416i |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
