2002 BMW 320 vs. 1976 Fiat 126
To start off, 2002 BMW 320 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 320 (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 320 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1976 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, 2002 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 320 | 1976 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 320 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 20 L |
