1995 BMW 317 vs. 1966 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1995 BMW 317 is newer by 29 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 59 more horse power than 1995 BMW 317. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 317 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1966 Fiat Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat Coupe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 317. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 317.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 317 | 1966 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 317 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
