2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 405 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 2001 Rover 75. 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, 2001 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2001 Rover 75 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Panda | 75 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |