1975 BMW 520 vs. 2010 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Albea is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 520 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 47 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 520 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2010 Fiat Albea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 BMW 520 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 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Albea, 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, 1975 BMW 520 (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 520 | 2010 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 520 | Albea |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
