2000 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1986 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1986 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1986 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Beijing | Fiat |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2170 mm |
