1985 Fiat 126 vs. 2008 BMW 545
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 1117 kg more than 1985 Fiat 126. 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, 2008 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126. 2008 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 1985 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1985 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 126 | 2008 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 126 | 545 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2890 mm |
