2000 BMW 318 vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 318 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 318 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2000 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 318 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
