1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 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 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 123 (202 HP) has 122 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 123 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 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 123 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 1500 | 123 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 202 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 51 L |