2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Caterham Beaulieu would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 850 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Caterham Beaulieu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Caterham | Fiat |
| Model | Beaulieu | Panda |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 30 L |
