1962 BMW 700 vs. 1979 Fiat 126
To start off, 1979 Fiat 126 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 697 cc (2 cylinders), 1962 BMW 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 700 (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 700 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 700 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1979 Fiat 126. 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, 1962 BMW 700 (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1979 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 700 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 1850 mm |
