2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Rover P5 (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 795 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1966 Rover P5 (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1966 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Panda | P5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |
