1991 BMW 318 vs. 1960 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1991 BMW 318 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 318 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1100. 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, 1991 BMW 318 (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 318 | 1960 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 318 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1087 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |