1973 Fiat 850 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
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 120 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 850 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 850 | 120 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |