1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300. 2008 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1300 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 2008 BMW 320 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 1300 | 320 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |