1998 BMW 323 vs. 1996 Fiat 126
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 2 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (169 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 785 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, 1998 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1996 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 323 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 25 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
