1977 BMW 732 vs. 1993 Fiat 126
To start off, 1993 Fiat 126 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 732 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 732 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1993 Fiat 126. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 BMW 732 (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 732 | 1993 Fiat 126 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 732 | 126 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |