1981 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 525 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 47 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 525 weights approximately 208 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 BMW 525 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 1981 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, 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, 1981 BMW 525 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 525 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 525 | 500 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |