1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2012 BMW 316
To start off, 2012 BMW 316 is newer by 53 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), 2012 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 316 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 316 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, 2012 BMW 316 (260 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2012 BMW 316 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 1500 | 316 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
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 | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |