1971 BMW 2002 vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1971 BMW 2002 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 2002 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 2002 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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, 1971 BMW 2002 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 2002 | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 2002 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 37 L |
