2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 200. 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, 1996 Rover 200 (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Panda | 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
