1966 BMW 1600 vs. 1996 Fiat 126
To start off, 1996 Fiat 126 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 BMW 1600 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 BMW 1600 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1996 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, 1966 BMW 1600 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1966 BMW 1600 | 1996 Fiat 126 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 1600 | 126 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 25 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |