1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1992 BMW 318
To start off, 1992 BMW 318 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 318 (141 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 318 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. 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, 1992 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 1992 BMW 318 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 500 | 318 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 141 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |