1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. 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, 2004 BMW 320 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600. 2004 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 600 | 2004 BMW 320 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 600 | 320 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 63 L |