1993 Fiat 126 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1993 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, 2010 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat 126 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 126 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 702 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
