1994 BMW 316 vs. 1991 Fiat 126
To start off, 1994 BMW 316 is newer by 3 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 316 (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1991 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 316 weights approximately 515 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, 1994 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 316 | 1991 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 316 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
