1972 Fiat 126 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1972 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, 2007 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 126. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 126 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 126 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 63 L |
