2001 BMW X5 vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X5 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 37 L |
