2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Panda and 2008 MG TF were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG TF (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG TF weights approximately 245 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 MG TF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 MG TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Fiat Panda (180 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (165 Nm). This means 2008 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Panda | TF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
