2003 BMW 520 vs. 1963 Fiat 500
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. 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 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 1963 Fiat 500 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 520 | 500 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2170 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |