2003 BMW 318 vs. 1956 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2003 BMW 318 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 318 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. 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, 2003 BMW 318 (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100. 2003 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 318 | 1956 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 318 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
