1990 BMW 316 vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 6 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 316 weights approximately 319 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 1990 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, 1990 BMW 316 (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 316 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 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 | 70 L | 32 L |
