1986 BMW 316 vs. 1970 Fiat 500
To start off, 1986 BMW 316 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 316 (86 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 316 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. 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, 1986 BMW 316 (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 316 | 1970 Fiat 500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 316 | 500 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 14 HP |
Torque | 123 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1850 mm |