1950 Fiat 1400 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 466 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1400. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400. 2010 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1950 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1950 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Fiat 1400 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 1400 | 325 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |