1981 BMW 525 vs. 1953 Fiat 500
To start off, 1981 BMW 525 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 525 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 525 weights approximately 668 kg more than 1953 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 525 | 1953 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 525 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
