1959 BMW 700 vs. 2010 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2010 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Fiorino (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 645 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 700 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 1959 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Fiorino, 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, 2010 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2010 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 700 | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
