1973 Fiat 124 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1973 Fiat 124. 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, 2012 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 124 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 124 | 118 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 51 L |