2004 BMW 325 vs. 1956 Fiat 600
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1956 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 325 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
