1972 BMW 520 vs. 1993 Fiat 126
To start off, 1993 Fiat 126 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 520 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1993 Fiat 126. 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, 1972 BMW 520 (165 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 1993 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 520 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
