1971 BMW Touring vs. 1985 Fiat 126
To start off, 1985 Fiat 126 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 442 kg more than 1985 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1985 Fiat 126 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | Touring | 126 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1850 mm |