2004 BMW 318 vs. 1978 Fiat 126
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1978 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, 2004 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 318 | 1978 Fiat 126 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 318 | 126 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 1850 mm |