1998 BMW 318 vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,665 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. 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, 1998 BMW 318 (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 318 | 500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1665 cc | 497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 44 L |