1973 Fiat 126 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 40 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1470 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 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 126 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 70 L |
