1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300. 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, 2012 BMW 120 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 2300 | 120 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |