1975 BMW Coupe vs. 1995 Fiat 126
To start off, 1995 Fiat 126 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW Coupe would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 BMW Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW Coupe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1995 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW Coupe should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat 126.
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, 1975 BMW Coupe (251 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat 126. (49 Nm). This means 1975 BMW Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW Coupe | 1995 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Coupe | 126 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 25 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1850 mm |
