1982 BMW 318 vs. 1975 Fiat 124
To start off, 1982 BMW 318 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 124 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 30 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 318 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1975 Fiat 124. 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, 1982 BMW 318 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 318 | 1975 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 318 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1765 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
