1991 BMW 518 vs. 1967 Fiat 600
To start off, 1991 BMW 518 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 518 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 518 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1967 Fiat 600. 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 518 (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 518 | 1967 Fiat 600 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 518 | 600 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |