2004 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda

To start off, both 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 and 2004 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Beijing BJ 2021 2004 Fiat Panda
Make Beijing Fiat
Model BJ 2021 Panda
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Size 2466 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 98 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 3540 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2230 mm


 

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