2001 BMW 320 vs. 1966 Fiat 850
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1966 Fiat 850. 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 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 320 | 1966 Fiat 850 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 320 | 850 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |