1990 BMW 520 vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1990 BMW 520 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 520 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 520 weights approximately 781 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 520. 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 520 (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 520 | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 520 | Panda |
Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 67.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 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 | 1542 kg | 761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2180 mm |