1990 BMW 316 vs. 1966 Fiat Cabriolet

To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 316 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. 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, 1990 BMW 316 (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1990 BMW 316 1966 Fiat Cabriolet
Make BMW Fiat
Model 316 Cabriolet
Year Released 1990 1966
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 1221 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 890 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 37 L


 

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