2001 BMW 318 vs. 1977 Fiat 126
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 24 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1977 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, 2001 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1977 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 318 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 20 L |
