1942 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 70 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1942 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Fiat 500 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 500 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 567 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
