2006 BMW 120 vs. 1986 Fiat 126
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1986 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1986 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, 2006 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 120 | 1986 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 120 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1850 mm |
