2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 220 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 220 (103 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 220 weights approximately 249 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1996 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Panda | 220 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
