1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 120 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 2012 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2012 BMW 120 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Fiesta | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Fiesta | 120 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 51 L |