2003 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2012 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, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Beijing | Fiat |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
