1984 BMW 316 vs. 1955 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1984 BMW 316 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 316 (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1984 BMW 316.
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:
| 1984 BMW 316 | 1955 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 316 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1074 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
