1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 2004 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 2004 (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 2004 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 2004 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 2004. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1973 BMW 2004 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 2004 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 2004 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2170 mm |
