1958 BMW 600 vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1958 BMW 600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Fiat 1400 (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1958 BMW 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, 1954 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm). This means 1954 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 600 | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 600 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 134 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2660 mm |