1993 BMW 316 vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1993 BMW 316 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 316 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 316 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1400. 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, 1993 BMW 316 (151 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 316 | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 316 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
