1958 BMW 600 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 BMW 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2310 mm |
