1966 BMW 1600 vs. 2012 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Idea is newer by 46 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 6 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Idea weights approximately 230 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600.
Because 1966 BMW 1600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 BMW 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Idea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 2012 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 1600 | Idea |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
