2004 BMW 320 vs. 1955 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 865 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 320 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 1955 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 320 | 1100 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 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 | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |