1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1955 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1400 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 1400 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |
