2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Because 1954 Rover P4 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 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1954 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Panda | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
