1991 Fiat 126 vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1991 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 316 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1991 Fiat 126. 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, 2005 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat 126. 2005 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1991 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1991 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat 126 | 2005 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 126 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
