1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. Both 1996 Fiat Coupe and 2010 BMW 120 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Because 2010 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Fiat Coupe (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Coupe | 120 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
