2000 BMW 320 vs. 1996 Fiat 126
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat 126 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 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1996 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, 2000 BMW 320 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126. 2000 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 1996 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 320 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 25 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
