1975 BMW 520 vs. 1943 Fiat 500
To start off, 1975 BMW 520 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 520 (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1943 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1943 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 520 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1943 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 520 | 1943 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 520 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1943 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2010 mm |
