1969 BMW 1600 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 BMW 1600 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 129 kg more than 1969 BMW 1600.
Because 1969 BMW 1600 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 1969 BMW 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1969 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 1600 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 1600 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 30 L |
