1996 BMW 332 vs. 1986 Fiat 126
To start off, 1996 BMW 332 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1986 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1986 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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 332 | 1986 Fiat 126 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 332 | 126 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1850 mm |