2000 BMW 328 vs. 1980 Fiat 126
To start off, 2000 BMW 328 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 328 (192 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 328 weights approximately 1003 kg more than 1980 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 328 (279 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 1980 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 328 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |
