2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 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 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2009 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 (197 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Beijing | Fiat |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
