1995 BMW 318 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 318 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 1995 BMW 318. 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, 1995 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 318 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 318 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
