1996 Fiat 126 vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1996 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 125 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126. 2010 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 126 | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | 126 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
