1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2010 BMW 116
To start off, 2010 BMW 116 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 116 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 116 weights approximately 404 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
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 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 2010 BMW 116 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 124 | 116 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |