1982 Fiat Abarth vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Abarth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Abarth would be higher. Both 1982 Fiat Abarth and 2011 BMW X3 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Abarth. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Abarth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1982 Fiat Abarth. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat Abarth. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Abarth. (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Abarth.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Abarth | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Abarth | X3 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
