1990 BMW 518 vs. 1952 Fiat 500
To start off, 1990 BMW 518 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 518 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 518 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1952 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 1952 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 518 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 35 L |
