2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Beijing | Fiat |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2230 mm |
