1982 BMW 318 vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 1982 BMW 318 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 318 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 318 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1948 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:
| 1982 BMW 318 | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 318 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1765 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
