2010 BMW 120 vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2010 BMW 120 and 2010 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 411 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 120 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 120 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 35 L |
