2002 BMW 332 vs. 1983 Fiat 126
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1983 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 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 332 | 1983 Fiat 126 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 332 | 126 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 650 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1850 mm |