1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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:
| 1950 Fiat 1500 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 1500 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 67 L |
