1992 BMW 332 vs. 1952 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP) has 283 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1400. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1952 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1952 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 332 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
