2000 BMW 323 vs. 1969 Fiat 124
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (170 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124. 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 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1969 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 323 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
