1999 BMW 320 vs. 1999 Fiat Seicento

To start off, both 1999 BMW 320 and 1999 Fiat Seicento were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 95 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 320 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1999 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento.

Compare all specifications:

1999 BMW 320 1999 Fiat Seicento
Make BMW Fiat
Model 320 Seicento
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1116 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 84 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.1 mm 70 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 72 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 735 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 3330 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1520 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 35 L