1997 BMW 316 vs. 1959 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1997 BMW 316 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 316 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 316 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1100. 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, 1997 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 316 | 1959 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 316 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
