2004 BMW 120 vs. 1955 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2004 BMW 120 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 120 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1955 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, 2004 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100. 2004 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 120 | 1955 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 120 | 1100 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
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 | 148 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |