1973 BMW 525 vs. 1954 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1973 BMW 525 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 525 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 525 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. 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, 1973 BMW 525 (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 525 | 1954 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 525 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1954 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |