1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1956 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. 2011 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1400 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 1400 | 120 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
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 | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |