2000 BMW 320 vs. 1958 Fiat 500
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1958 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, 2000 BMW 320 (214 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 320 | 1958 Fiat 500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 320 | 500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |