1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. 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, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 1000 | 2008 BMW 118 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 1000 | 118 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |