2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 731 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 TVR Speed 12. 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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 783 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | Panda | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 57 L |
