1994 Fiat 126 vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1994 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1994 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, 2007 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat 126. 2007 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1994 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1994 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat 126 | 2007 BMW 530 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 126 | 530 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 704 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |