1980 BMW 316 vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 316 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW 316 weights approximately 309 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1980 BMW 316 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 316 | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 316 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 67.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 32 L |
