2006 BMW 330 vs. 1977 Fiat 126
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 1222 kg more than 1977 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 330 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 1977 Fiat 126 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 330 | 126 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |