2008 Rover 45 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 45 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 45 weights approximately 55 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, 2008 Rover 45 (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 45 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Rover | Fiat |
| Model | 45 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 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 | 1180 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 30 L |
