1966 BMW 1600 vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 BMW 1600 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 220 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 BMW 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 1600 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
