1983 BMW 316 vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1983 BMW 316 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 316 (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 1983 BMW 316 (140 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1983 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 1983 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 316 | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 316 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1765 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 109 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |