2005 Rover 75 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Rover 75 (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Rover 75 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Rover | Fiat |
Model | 75 | Panda |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 17 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 30 L |