1980 BMW M1 vs. 1974 Fiat 126
To start off, 1980 BMW M1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M1 weights approximately 836 kg more than 1974 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, 1980 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M1 | 1974 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M1 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 1850 mm |
