1961 Fiat 1100 vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1100. 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, 2011 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1100 | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 1100 | 125 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 53 L |