2005 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Fiat 126
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1992 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 897 kg more than 1992 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat 126. 2005 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1992 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1992 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1992 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 325 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
