1959 Fiat 2100 vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 2,052 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 931 kg more than 1959 Fiat 2100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 2100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 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 X3 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 2100. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 2100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 2100 | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 2100 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2052 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
