1998 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2003 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 835 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2003 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Beijing | Fiat |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2170 mm |
