1975 BMW 1602 vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 1602 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 1602 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 1602 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500.
Because 1975 BMW 1602 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 BMW 1602. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Fiat 500 (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 1602 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
