1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X6 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800. 2013 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1800 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1800 | 2013 BMW X6 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 1800 | X6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2195 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 85 L |