2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1972 Rover 2000
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 2000 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Rover 2000 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 1972 Rover 2000. 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, 1972 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1972 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Panda | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 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 | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
