1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 2011 BMW 118 (190 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 1500 | 118 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 190 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |