1973 Fiat 126 vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 will offer significantly more control. 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 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126. 2012 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 126 | 650 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 70 L |
