1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2005 BMW 318
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. 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, 2005 BMW 318 (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100. 2005 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 2005 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 1100 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 118 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
