1998 BMW 328 vs. 1977 Fiat 126
To start off, 1998 BMW 328 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 328 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 1042 kg more than 1977 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 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 1977 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 328 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |
