1985 Fiat 126 vs. 2011 BMW 128
To start off, 2011 BMW 128 is newer by 26 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 128 weights approximately 997 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, 2011 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 126 | 2011 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 126 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2659 mm |
