2006 BMW 525 vs. 1989 Fiat 126
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1989 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat 126.
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 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1989 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 525 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 703 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
