1993 BMW 856 vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1993 BMW 856 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 856 weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 856. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 856 | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 856 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2170 mm |
