1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (154 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 1200 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 1200 | 120 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 154 HP |
Torque | 81 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 53 L |