1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 634 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 2011 BMW 118. 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, 2011 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Panda | 118 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 51 L |
