1993 BMW 316 vs. 1966 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1993 BMW 316 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1993 BMW 316. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 40 kg more than 1993 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat Coupe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 316. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 316 | 1966 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 316 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
