1968 Fiat 124 vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (141 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 456 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. 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, 2009 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124. 2009 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 124 | 2009 BMW 118 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 124 | 118 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
Torque | 88 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 51 L |