1999 BMW 320 vs. 1969 Fiat 500
To start off, 1999 BMW 320 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 320 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1969 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, 1999 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 320 | 1969 Fiat 500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 320 | 500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 27 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1420 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 22 L |