2007 BMW 118 vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. 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, 2007 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100. 2007 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 118 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
