1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 2012 Brilliance BS4

To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1957 Fiat 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Brilliance BS4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Brilliance BS4 (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Fiat 1200 2012 Brilliance BS4
Make Fiat Brilliance
Model 1200 BS4
Year Released 1957 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1219 cc 1832 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 57 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 83 Nm 165 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 89 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 145 km/hour 195 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 920 kg 1505 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 74 L


 

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