1970 Fiat 124 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (154 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1970 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, 2010 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 124 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 124 | 120 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 154 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |