2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1977 Fiat 126
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126.
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 Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1977 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Z9 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 1850 mm |
