1968 BMW 2002 vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 757 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 BMW 2002. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1968 BMW 2002 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 2002 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 145 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 | 1026 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 30 L |
