2007 BMW 118 vs. 1997 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Fiat Coupe.
Because 2007 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1997 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 118 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
