1999 BMW 330 vs. 1956 Fiat 600
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. 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 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600. 1999 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 1956 Fiat 600 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 330 | 600 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 633 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |