2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Rover 800
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 800 (174 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 800 weights approximately 60 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 1996 Rover 800. 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, 1996 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda. 1996 Rover 800 has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 1996 Rover 800 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Panda | 800 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2780 mm |