1952 Abarth 1500 vs. 2008 BMW 120
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Abarth 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Abarth 1500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 120 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1952 Abarth 1500. (75 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1952 Abarth 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1952 Abarth 1500. 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. 2008 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1952 Abarth 1500 has manual transmission. 1952 Abarth 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Abarth 1500 | 2008 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1500 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1479 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
