1986 BMW Z1 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW Z1 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW Z1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1986 BMW Z1 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW Z1 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z1 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
